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Social Security ScotlandSocial Security Scotland can provide financial assistance for people living with dementia. Visit https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/benefitshttps://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/benefits
Age Scotland Carer Training WorkshopsFree carers’ training from Age Scotland covering a range of useful information for carers including benefits and Self-Directed Support.dementiatraining@agescotland.org.uk https://www.agescotland.org.uk/information-advice/workshops/carers-training
Emergency Care PlanningInformation and Advice from Care Information Scotland on Emergency planning including how to make an emergency plan.0800 011 3200https://www.careinfoscotland.scot/topics/how-to-get-social-care-support/emergency-and-future-planning/
West Dunbartonshire Care HomesThis resource provides a list of care homes in West Dunbartonshire together with other useful information.West Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UKhttps://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/health-social-care/adults-older-people/care-homes/
Dementia Together OnlineThe Dementia Together Online website was designed by occupational therapists to share resources and activities online for people with dementia, their family members and supporters. https://www.cpcs.online/
Heart for ArtCrossReach runs creative arts groups for people with dementia all across Scotland. These sessions are called Heart for Art. Charis House, 47 Milton Road East, Edinburgh, EH15 2SR 0131 657 2000info@crossreach.org.uk https://www.crossreach.org.uk/find-service/care-for-older-people/getting-creative-with-dementia
Luminate – Online Creative Resources for CarersLuminate works across Scotland to ensure that older people’s creativity can flourish regardless of their circumstances, experiences, interests, and ambitions. We are the leadership organisation for creative ageing in Scotland.Luminate, First Floor, Causewayside House, 160 Causewayside, Edinburgh, EH9 1PR0131 668 8066info@luminatescotland.org https://luminatescotland.org/
Care Information ScotlandCare Information Scotland provide information and advice if you look after someone, need care yourself or are planning for your future care needs. 0800 011 3200https://www.careinfoscotland.scot/
Brain Health Scotland – Brain Health Resource CentresHelp and advice for anyone worried about their memory or for information on how to reduce your risk of developing dementia, find your nearest Brain Health Resource Centre.Scotlandhttps://www.brainhealth.scot/brainhealthcentres
Improving LivesImproving Lives provide information, advice and support to those living with a disability and their families and carers.627 Dumbarton Road, Dalmuir, Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire G81 4ET, UK0141 237 4560https://www.improvinglives.co.uk/

Community Alarms TeamThe Community Alarms Team can assist with technology to help you remain independent at home. Support encompasses sensors and a community alarm. Please call the team for more information.West Dunbartonshire, UK0141 232 2316CAlarm.admin@west-dunbarton.gov.uk https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/health-social-care/adults-older-people/telecare-service-community-alarm/

DACA – Alcohol Recovery ServiceFree and confidential service offering counselling and advice for anyone worried about alcohol.Dumbarton Area Council on Alcohol, West Bridgend Lodge, West Bridgend, Dumbarton G82 4AD01389 731456https://daca.org.uk/

Alternatives Recovery ServiceA community-based drug project supporting people across West Dunbartonshire1-3 Quay Street, Dumbarton G82 1LG, UK

Quit Your WayFree and informal support from trained advisors with access to Nicotine Replacement Therapy or stop smoking medication. Anyone can refer themselves by calling 0800 916 8858.0800 916 8858http://www.wdhscp.org.uk/health-improvement/quit-your-way/

West Dunbartonshire Leisure CentresWest Dunbartonshire Leisure run 3 sport centres across the area in Alexandria, Clydebank and Dumbarton. Classes for all age groups.West Dunbartonshire, UKhttps://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/leisure-parks-events/west-dunbartonshire-leisure/leisure-centres/

Alzheimer Scotland Dementia ChoirAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Choir - The Every Voice choir is for everyone living with dementia. No singing experience needed! Just come along every second WednesdaySt Augustine’s Episcopal Church, High Street, Dumbarton G82 1LL, UK0141 410 5306https://www.alzscot.org/living-with-dementia/getting-support/find-support-near-you/every-voice-community-choir

Link Up West DunbartonshireVisit Link Up to find out about local events and volunteering opportunities. West Dunbartonshire, UKinfo@linkupwestdunbartonshire.org https://www.linkupwestdunbartonshire.org/

West Dunbartonshire PharmaciesFind information on your local pharmacy and the help they can provide.West Dunbartonshire, UKhttps://www.nhsinform.scot/scotlands-service-directory/pharmacies?onlyopen=0&sortdir=Asc&locpt=55.9650641%2C-4.5063596&q=

Helensburgh Community CafeHelensburgh Community Cafe - Community Café in Helensburgh open every Monday, Tuesday and Friday 1-4pmAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre, 23-25 West Princes Street, Helensburgh G84 8TF01436 678050HelensburghResourceCentre@Alzscot.org https://www.alzscot.org/living-with-dementia/getting-support/find-support-near-you/community-cafe-helensburgh

Older Adults Mental Health Team – West DunbartonshireOlder People’s Community Mental Health team serving West Dunbartonshire and the surrounding area. Service supports people with mental health needs including memory problems and dementia.

Police Scotland – Herbert ProtocolSince 2017 the Herbert Protocol has been used many times to help police and other agencies quickly and safely locate missing people who have dementia.https://www.scotland.police.uk/what-s-happening/missing-persons/the-herbert-protocol/

Alzheimer’s Society ShopAt Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today, and providing hope for the future.0333 366 0035https://shop.alzheimers.org.uk/

SDS HandbookWe link national policy and local experience to improve the implementation of Self-directed Support0131 475 2623https://handbook.scot/

In Control ScotlandIn Control Scotland is a small Scottish Charity that focuses on improving the social care system for those who use it, primarily making self-directed support more accessible, and addressing inequalities for people with support needs.0141 440 5250https://www.in-controlscotland.org/

Self Directed Support ScotlandWe link national policy and local experience to improve the implementation of Self-directed Support.0131 475 2623https://www.sdsscotland.org.uk/

Personal Assistants Network ScotlandPANS is a unique kind of community. One created by PAs, for PAs, and a place to share your experiences, access valuable resources, and find job opportunities.01563 594 217https://panetworkscotland.org.uk/

ScotrailWest Dunbartonshire has a regular train service running throughout its area. With 13 train stations and seven Park and Ride facilities getting to and from West Dunbartonshire is easy. This website provides information on timetables and routes, station and train facilities, accessible travel and how to book assistance.0344 811 0141 http://www.scotrail.co.uk/

Public Transport in West DunbartonshireWest Dunbartonshire Council online information on public transport and concessionary travel. https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/roads-parking-travel/public-and-community-transport/

McGills BusesMcGills Buses offer a service from Renfrewshire to Clydebank and Glasgow.03330 166 162enquiries@mcgillsbuses.co.uk https://www.mcgillsbuses.co.uk/

Disability Information ScotlandIn Scotland, concessionary travel gives free or discounted trips on public transport to eligible disabled people, older people, carers and younger people. This information guide outlines the main travel concessions available, who qualifies, what they cost, and how to apply. Concessions may apply to buses, coaches, trains and ferries. This website provides information on the National Entitlement Card, Disabled Person’s Railcard, Community Transport Schemes, Blue Badges and Parking.0300 323 9961info@disabilityscot.org.uk https://www.disabilityscot.org.uk/info-guide/travel-concessions-for-disabled-people/#overview

Hospital Bus ServicesBus links are available to patients and visitors attending Vale of Leven, Royal Alexandria and Queen Elizabeth University Hospitals. The service provides direct links between Helensburgh, Vale of Leven Hospital, and the Royal Alexandra Hospital. The service is available to everyone and is operated with a low-floor wheelchair accessible vehicle. 0871 200 22 33https://www.spt.co.uk/bus/bus-stations-travel-information/travel-points/

VoiceabilityGet support to access benefits from Social Security Scotland, if you identify as disabled.https://www.voiceability.org/in-scotland/support-to-access-benefits-in-scotland

AGE SCOTLAND WorkshopsFree community workshops for older people and those who support or care for them. Age Scotland provide workshops on Benefits, Energy Advice and Dementia Training.03333 232 400https://www.agescotland.org.uk/how-we-help/workplace-training

Age ScotlandAge Scotland offers a wide range of information and advice guides, resources, and activities to help boost older people’s health and wellbeing, with a focus on simple and practical measures that older people can take to age better, including moving more, eating well and staying hydrated.0800 12 44 222 https://www.agescotland.org.uk/how-we-help/health-wellbeing

Meet ADAMHelping you find technology products matched to your needs. Based on unbiased, trusted recommendations from people with lived experience of long-term conditions.

Alzheimer’s Society – Keeping Safe At HomeAt Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today, and providing hope for the future.0333 150 3456https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/staying-independent/keeping-safe-home

NHS Inform Wellbeing DirectoriesThis link will give you everything you need to know about local health and care services, such as out-of-hours GP services, local pharmacy services, dentists and opticians and minor ailments centres. https://www.nhsinform.scot/scotlands-service-directory/

West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership Support for CarersOnline information for carers living in West Dunbartonshirehttp://www.wdhscp.org.uk/carers/

MECOPPOnline resource for Black and Ethnic Minority Carers By working in partnership with carers, voluntary organisations and statutory bodies, MECOPP actively seeks to challenge and dismantle barriers that deny Black and Minority Ethnic carers access to health, social work and other social care services in ...0131 4672994https://www.mecopp.org.uk/

Lomond and Argyll Advocacy ServiceAdvocacy Service for people living in Argyll and Bute and West Dunbartonshire.01389 726543 (Dumbarton Office)https://laas.org.uk/

Carers of West DunbartonshireCarers of West Dunbartonshire provide support to adult unpaid carers in West Dunbartonshire.0141 941 1550https://carerswd.org/

Coalition of Carers in ScotlandThe Coalition of Carers in Scotland was established in 1998 by a group of carers and staff from carer support organisations who wanted to strengthen the voice of carers in Scotland0141 404 0231https://www.carersnet.org/

Carers Trust ScotlandOnline information about the work of Carer Trust Scotland https://carers.org/our-work-in-scotland/our-work-in-scotland

Carers Trust – Getting a BreakOnline information on carer breakshttps://carers.org/getting-a-break/getting-a-break

Carer Trust – Grants and DiscountsOnline information from the Carers Trust on carer grants and fundinghttps://carers.org/grants-and-discounts/introduction

Carer Support – EPICAn online learning resource for unpaid carers and health and social care staffhttps://learn.nes.nhs.scot/19211#EPiC:caringforunpaidcarersoverview

Dementia UK: Looking After Yourself as a CarerDementia UK online information Dementia Helpline - 0800 888 6678https://www.dementiauk.org/information-and-support/looking-after-yourself-as-a-carer/

Alzheimer ScotlandAlzheimer Scotland online resources for carers.6-8 Miller Street, Clydebank, Scotland, G81 1UQ0808 808 3000westdunbartonshireservices@alzscot.org https://www.alzscot.org/living-with-dementia/caring-for-someone-with-dementia/resources-for-carers

ALISS – A Local Information System for ScotlandALISS is an on-line local information system for Scotland. The website can connect you with groups, services and activities to support health and wellbeing across Scotland. Just type in your postcode to see what's on near you.https://www.aliss.org/

Alzheimer Scotland – Dementia Safeguarding SchemeAlzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone.0808 808 3000https://www.alzscot.org/

Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Link Worker – West DunbartonshireIf you have been recently assessed as having dementia, you are entitled to one year post diagnostic support from a Dementia Link WorkerDementia Resource Centre, Clydebank, UK07876 208898

Supporting Well At HomeThe Care at Home service is to assist vulnerable people, of all ages, to live independently within their own homes wherever possible. Our staff are committed to the management and provision of a flexible, responsive, seamless, high quality Care at Home service, taking full account of service user and carer needs.Dumbarton/Alexandria 01389 776499 or Clydebank 01389 811760https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/health-social-care/adults-older-people/care-at-home/

Care at Home Dumbarton/AlexandriaThe aim of the Care at Home service is to assist vulnerable people, of all ages, to live independently within their own homes wherever possible.16 Church Street, Dumbarton G82 1QL, UK01389 776498https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/health-social-care/adults-older-people/care-at-home/

Care at Home ClydebankThe aim of the Care at Home service is to assist vulnerable people, of all ages, to live independently within their own homes wherever possible. Clydebank Health and Care Centre, Queens Quay Main Avenue, Clydebank G81 1BS, UK0141 232 2319https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/health-social-care/adults-older-people/care-at-home/

Working 4 USupport and information for people living in West Dunbartonshire on employment, training, benefits and debt issues.16 Church Street, Dumbarton G82 1QL, UK01389 763072 or 01389 738296working4u@west-dunbarton.gov.uk https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/working4u/

West Dunbartonshire Short BreaksIf you’re a carer you may be able to take a short break from your caring role. Short breaks can make a positive difference. Having a short break can help you sustain caring relationships and give you time to focus on your needs.West Dunbartonshire, UKhttp://www.wdhscp.org.uk/carers/respite/

Carer Support – West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care PartnershipSupport for carers living in West Dunbartonshire. This includes information on the eligibility criteria for adult carers, adult carer assessment and support plan, respite and short breaks, carer support services and young carers.http://www.wdhscp.org.uk/carers/

West Dunbartonshire CVSWest Dunbartonshire CVS offer a volunteering support service, befriending service and 'Ask Access' which helps people access community services and groups.Arcadia Business Centre, Miller Lane, Clydebank G81 1UJ, UK0141 941 0886https://wdcvs.com/

Community Older People’s Team Clydebank (COPT)The Community Older Peoples Team (COPT) is made up of Health and Social Care staff including social workers, nursing, physiotherapy and occupational therapy. The team provide assessments and interventions to enable people to remain in the community and to support carers. The service is for ...Clydebank Health and Care Centre, Queens Quay Main Avenue, Clydebank G81 1BS, UK01389 811760http://www.wdhscp.org.uk/adults-and-older-people/living-independently-at-home/community-older-peoples-team/

Brain Health ScotlandThe Brain Health Scotland mission is to inspire and empower you to protect your brain health and reduce your risk of diseases that lead to dementia.Alzheimer Scotland Office, 160 Dundee Street, Edinburgh, EH11 1DQbrainhealth@alzscot.org https://www.brainhealth.scot

NHS InformNHS Inform provides health information that anyone living in or visiting Scotland can trust.0800 22 44 88https://www.nhsinform.scot

British Institute of Learning DisabilitiesBritish Institute of Learning Disabilities (BILD) wants people with learning disabilities to be valued equally, participate fully in their communities and be treated with dignity and respect.Birmingham Research Park, 97 Vincent Drive, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2SQ0121 415 6960enquiries@bild.org.uk http://www.bild.org.uk/

Diabetes UKDiabetes UK is a leading charity that cares for, connects with and campaigns on behalf of every person affected by or at risk of diabetes.Macleod House, 10 Parkway, London, NW1 7AA0345 123 2399info@diabetes.org.uk http://www.diabetes.org.uk/

Short Breaks NetworkThe Short Breaks Network is the national co-ordinating body for the short break sector in the UK, providing short breaks for disabled children, young people and their families. Melbourne House, 36 Chamberlain Street, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PJ01749 689 259info@shortbreaksnetwork.org.uk http://www.shortbreaksnetwork.org.uk/

Bladder and Bowel CommunityThe Bladder and Bowel Community is the UK wide charity for people with bladder and bowel control problems. It provides information and support services, including a confidential helpline, for anyone affected by these conditions as well as their families, carers and healthcare professionals. 7 The Court, Holywell Business Park, Northfield Road, Southam, CV47 0FS01926 357220help@bladderandbowel.org https://www.bladderandbowel.org/

Foundation for People with Learning DisabilitiesThe Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities influences government and local authority policies and services so that they better meet the needs of people with learning disabilities, their families and carers.1st Floor, Colechurch House, 1 London Bridge Walk, London, SE1 2SX020 7803 1100http://learningdisabilities.org.uk/

Carers UKCarers UK is a national membership charity for carers, that is both a support network and a movement for change.20 Great Dover Street, London, SE1 4LX0808 808 7777advice@carersuk.org http://www.carersuk.org/

Carers TrustOnline information and resources for carers from the Carers Trust32-36 Loman Street, London, SE1 0EHhttps://carers.org/

Parkinson’s UKParkinsonism is a feature associated with some dementias, particularly Parkinson's dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies. Parkinson's UK offers support for patients and carers, including excellent advice on coping with daily activities.215 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London, SW1V 1EJ0808 800 0303hello@parkinsons.org.uk http://www.parkinsons.org.uk

Lewy Body SocietyThe Lewy Body Society is a charity which aims to raise awareness of Dementia with Lewy bodies for the general public and educate those in the medical profession and decision making positions about all aspects of the disease and to support research into the disease.Hudson House, 8 Albany Street, Edinburgh EH1 3QB, United Kingdom0131 473 2385info@lewybody.org http://lewybody.org

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